The operation of one or several architectural offices, representation of clients, execution of all work related to the construction of all buildings and in particular the operation of one or several general contracting companies, promotion and management of businesses. The Company may also, in Switzerland and abroad, file, acquire, hold and sell patents and/or all intellectual property rights (trademarks, etc.) and acquire, hold and grant licenses; grant loans and/or any other form of financing to one or more Associates, group companies of which the Company is a part and/or third parties for their direct or indirect benefit, if it promotes the interests of the Company; provide guarantees and/or any other form of security to one or more Associates, group companies of which the Company is a part and/or one or more third parties to guarantee commitments and/or obligations of one or more Associates, group companies of which the Company is a part and/or one or more third parties, if it promotes the interests of the Company.